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How to get rid of spiders and STOP them coming back with this £1.50 household product

Spiders in the home can be distressing and annoying, with numbers rising in Autumn (Image: Getty Images)

HOW TO GET RID OF SPIDERS: Spiders are rarely harmful and an essential part of the eco-system. However, that doesn't mean they have to live in the home. Here’s how to get rid of spiders and stop them coming back.

Common infestations in the home and how to get rid of them

Wasps - Plants such as eucalyptus, mint and citronella are natural wasp deterrents

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Woodworm - Try vapour strip fly traps to kill emerging adult beetles

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Moths - Invest in cedar wood hangers - moths hate them

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Black mould - Fill a bucket with water and some mild detergent, such as washing up liquid or a soap used for hand-washing clothes. Then use a rag dipped in the soapy water to carefully wipe the mould off the wall